If you are or may be pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breast feeding

Abnormal vaginal bleeding

History of known or suspected breast or other estrogen dependent cancer

You have the blood disease porphyria, a history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clots, as well as liver problems

Side Effects:

Less serious side effects may include:

Abnormal hair growth or loss

Breast tenderness

Changes in sex drive

Cramps

Dizziness/Headache/Lightheadedness

Flushing

Nausea/Stomach Bloading and Upset

Pain or swelling at the injection site

Reduced tolerance of carbohydrates

Weight changes

Vaginal infection

More serious side effects requiring immediate medical attention:

Severe allergic reactions

Abnormal vaginal bleeding

Breast lumps

Calf pain or tenderness

Changes of vision or speech

Chest pain/Numbness in an arm or leg

Confusion

Coughing blood

Significant mental or mood changes (depression, memory loss)

Pain, swelling or tenderness in the stomach

Severe headache

Dizziness, fainting, or vomiting

Sudden shortness of breath

Swelling of hands or feet

Unusual vaginal discharge, itching, or odor

Yellowing of the skin or eyes

Withdrawal Effects:

Not Applicable

Additional Information:

For usage in trans women as a hormone replacement, it should be known that there are no long term studies on the effects of estrogen in those male assigned at birth. Additionally, no studies have been done regarding long term usage of high dosages of estrogen (both synthetic and natural estrogen sources) such as those prescribed for use by trans women.

Note that none of this information applies to plant based estrogens (phytoestrogens).

Several major studies show conflicting data on whether or not estrogen increases or decreases heart disease and related health issues. If you know you have any personal or family history of heart disease you should consult your doctor to ensure that they properly monitor you, and so you can be better educated about your own risks.

While not a psychiatric medication, estradiol valerate and other estrogens, as well as other hormones including progestins and testosterone may have a powerful effect on your mood and mental health. If you have existing mental health conditions or take any psychiatric medications, please consult your prescribing psychiatrist and keep them informed.

About Author

Katie is a self identified out and proud transsexual woman, and a lesbian. She currently resides in Westchester, north of NYC, working for a major hospital in New York City as a Junior System Administrator. In her "spare" time, she likes to rebuild old computer systems and give them to friends and acquaintances (mostly other trans women) who lack a computer, as well as road bicycling, and daydreaming about building all manner of mildly complex items from kayaks to bows.
When not doing these particular things, she often can be found taking apart just about anything she thinks she can get away with destroying for the sake of hacking, modifying, and tinkering. The most frequent victim of these assaults is usually her car. Often, she is wearing a dress or skirt far too nice (and possibly short) for the job on a mechanic's creeper, sticking halfway out from under the car like the Wicked Witch of the East.
I mean, really now, how many girls do you know who change their oil in a Michael Kors dress?

Comments

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